Energy Assistance

Many Minnesotans spend over 25% of their income on utility bills. Do you need help with your utility bills? Community Action Partnership of Hennepin County (CAP-HC) is one of the largest providers of Energy Assistance in Minnesota, and we're here to help!

The 2024-2025 Energy Assistance Program

The Energy Assistance Program (EAP) can help you pay your utility bills between October 1, 2024 and May 31, 2025. Eligible applicants may receive a grant paid directly to their utility provider to reduce utility expenses. 

• The 2024-2025 program year began October 1, 2024.
• The Cold-Weather Rule started October 1, 2024 and ends April 30, 2025. Please contact your utility provider for more information.
• The application deadline for the 2024-2025 Energy Assistance Program is May 31, 2025. 

Learn more about Energy Assistance from Minnesota Department of Commerce. 

PLEASE NOTE:
Water Assistance is no longer part of the Energy Assistance Application. Visit our Water Assistance web page to learn more and to apply.

— Application Processing

EAP applications are processed in the order they are received with the exception of applications from households experiencing a no-heat emergency. Currently, EAP staff are processing applications received the week of:

November 8

— Eligibility

Income eligibility for Energy Assistance is calculated by looking at gross income (your income before taxes and other deductions) for a one-month period. Your income must be at or below the following guidelines - see chart below.

Additional eligibility and documentation requirements are outlined in the application.

** For households of more than 10 people, call 952-930-3541**

— Complete an Application

An application must be completed to determine your eligibility for Energy Assistance. Additional documentation required to complete your application is outlined in the application.

There are several ways to complete an application:

1. Apply Online

Apply online through the Department of Commerce using the button below.

2. Download an Application

Download an application using the buttons below.

Visit Minnesota Department of Commerce's website to download an application in Hmong, Somali, or Vietnamese.

3. Request an Application by Mail

Complete this form to have an application mailed to you.

4. Pick Up an Application in Person

CAP-HC has offices in Brooklyn Park, Bloomington, and Minneapolis. Pick up an application Monday-Friday (except on federal holidays), at any of our locations during office hours.

— Submit Your Application and Documents

If you applied for assistance using the Department of Commerce's online application, your application is automatically submitted for review. Otherwise, you can submit your completed application and additional documentation in one of the following ways:

• Mail: CAP-HC Energy Assistance Program
           1101 East 78th Street, Suite 110
           Bloomington, MN 55420
• Email: eap@caphennepin.org  
• Fax: 952-697-1313
• In person: drop off your application and additional documentation at one of CAP-HC's offices. Visit our Locations page for addresses and hours. 

We will review your application materials and follow up with you for next steps. 

If you have any questions about EAP, please email us at eap@caphennepin.org or call us at 952-930-3541.

Crisis Funds for Households

Crisis Funds are available for households with:

• An active utility disconnection
• Propane or other delivered fuel is under 20% or is currently shut off

Eligible households may receive crisis assistance up to $600. Use the Energy Assistance application above to apply for Crisis Funds.